Adyen, the financial technology platform for leading businesses, has appointed Nicole Olbe as President for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), effective September 1, 2026. Olbe succeeds Alexa von Bismarck, who will move into the role of Senior Vice President of Global Account Management, based in San Francisco. The transition period will allow for a...
Snap Inc. has promoted Rowan Saghayroun to Head of Communications for Saudi Arabia (KSA), expanding her responsibilities within the company’s communications function. Saghayroun took up the new role in July 2026 and is based in Riyadh, where she will focus on strengthening Snap’s communications and brand presence in the Saudi market. Saghayroun Takes on Expanded...
Eli Lilly and Company (Lilly) has appointed Tayllit Aherdan as Vice President and General Manager for its operations across the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Kuwait. The appointment comes as Gulf nations continue to advance healthcare transformation, with growing emphasis on innovation, prevention, early intervention and access to advanced medical treatments. Aherdan to Drive Strategy...
Publive has appointed Vishal Saini as Business Head – Sales, strengthening its commercial leadership as the company expands its enterprise business across India and key international markets, with AXP Edge emerging as a key growth priority. Saini to Drive Enterprise Sales Growth In his new role, Saini will lead Publive’s sales strategy and execution, with...
Voltas Beko, a Tata Enterprise, has promoted Pradipta Roy to Head – Marketing Operations, expanding his mandate across key marketing functions. Roy Takes on Expanded Marketing Mandate In his new role, Roy will bring together brand strategy, retail and below-the-line (BTL) marketing, and digital performance under a single charter, with a focus on creating greater...
Niyati Desai has joined integrated marketing agency SocioClout as Associate Vice President – Growth, where she will lead the agency’s Mumbai business. Desai to Drive Mumbai Business Growth Announcing her new role on LinkedIn, Desai said, “I’m excited to share that I’m joining SocioClout – An Integrated Marketing Agency as AVP – Growth, taking on...
Shivani Goel has joined Reliance Brands Limited as Vice President – Marketing, where she will lead marketing for a portfolio of global luxury and premium brands in India. Goel to Lead Marketing for Global Brands In her new role, Goel will oversee the India marketing mandate for HUGO BOSS, Paul & Shark, ZEGNA and TUMI,...
Mercedes-Benz Middle East has appointed Vera Wessolek as Director of Marketing, Distribution Network and Online-to-Offline, expanding her responsibilities across the company’s global General Distributor network. The appointment comes as Mercedes-Benz marks 140 years of innovation and enters an active product launch cycle spanning 2026 and 2027. Wessolek Brings Extensive Mercedes-Benz Experience Wessolek brings close to...
MRI Software, a global provider of real estate solutions and services, has promoted David Bowie to Chief Client Officer, strengthening its focus on client relationships, support and service across its global operations. Expanding Client-Focused Leadership In his expanded role, Bowie will provide executive leadership, governance and strategic direction for MRI’s global client support and success...
Avanade India has appointed Achal Kataria as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. The appointment comes as the Microsoft specialist looks to accelerate its growth in India and help organisations translate investments in artificial intelligence and cloud technologies into measurable business outcomes. Kataria Brings Three Decades of Experience Kataria brings more than three...
